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When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for Ellisville
Building permits are required for new construction (residential, commercial, industrial), structural additions or major alterations, change of use or occupancy, and major remodeling.
- Exempt Painting
- Exempt Temporary sheds for storage (gardening equipment, etc.)
- Exempt Walkways and paved surfaces (non-structural)
Note: Exempt from building permit does not mean exempt from zoning and planning requirements. Confirm edge cases with the Building Department before proceeding.
- Completed building permit application
- Two sets of plans including plot plan
- Foundation layout with details
- Framing details
- Electrical layout
- Elevations (front, side, rear)
- Proof of property ownership (warranty deed if homeowner is builder)
- Zoning approval if required
- Floodplain information if applicable
- Building code
- 2021 International Building Code (IBC) with Mississippi amendments; 2024 edition effective July 1, 2024.
- Permit validity
- Not publicly specified; contact Building Department for details.
- Owner-builder
- If homeowner is builder, proof of property ownership (warranty deed) must be submitted.
- Contractor requirements
- Contractors working on residential projects over $50,000 or remodeling over $10,000 must hold current Mississippi State Board of Contractors (MSBOC) residential contractor license.
Application process
Typical processing: Not publicly specified; contact Building Department for details.
- 01 Contact City of Ellisville Building Department at 110 South Court Street or call 601-477-3323.
- 02 Obtain permit application form (available at City Hall or via website).
- 03 Complete application with project details and applicant information.
- 04 Prepare two sets of construction plans.
- 05 Submit application and plans to Building Department with proof of ownership.
- 06 Pay permit fees.
- 07 Obtain building permit.
- 08 Schedule inspections as construction progresses.
- 09 Pass final inspection before occupancy.
Typical processing time: Not publicly specified; contact Building Department for details.
Fee schedule
Ellisville building permit fees
Contact City Building Department at 601-477-3323 to obtain current fee schedule.
Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
- City of Ellisville Building Department (phone)
- Scheduling deadline
- Not publicly specified; contact Building Department for details.
- Inspection hours
- Not publicly specified; contact Building Department for office hours.
- Time windows
- Not publicly specified; contact Building Department for inspection windows.
Typical sequence: Standard inspection points include foundation/footing inspection, framing inspection, electrical rough-in, plumbing rough-in (if applicable), and final inspection before occupancy. Floodplain properties may require additional elevation/flood proofing inspections.
Frequently asked
Common questions about Ellisville permits
01 Do I need a building permit in Ellisville, MS? ▸
02 How much does a building permit cost in Ellisville, MS? ▸
03 How do I apply for a building permit in Ellisville, MS? ▸
04 How long does it take to get a building permit in Ellisville, MS? ▸
05 What work is exempt from building permits in Ellisville, MS? ▸
06 How do I schedule a building inspection in Ellisville, MS? ▸
Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with City of Ellisville Building Department before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.